Ports of Crete on the map. Cruise port of Heraklion (Crete). Shops and cuisine of Heraklion
The port of Elounda is one of the fashionable ports in Greece. Near the port is the Vulizmeni Lagoon. They are connected to each other by a canal, which is a pier for various ships. A little further from the coast is the village of Elounda of the same name, where local residents earn money either from fishing or from the tourism business. The village has a huge number of five-star comfortable hotels.
Hundreds of vessels depart from the port of Elounda every day: ships, small boats, boats, pleasure boats. Here you will find sea excursions along the coastal zone, paid fishing far from the shore, as well as sports jet skis. There are also several diving centers in the port. For a nominal fee, you can dive underwater and see the underwater world with your own eyes.
In addition, Elounda has many cafes, bars and restaurants. In the evenings, the establishments host incendiary parties with the participation of local artists.
Venetian port
The Venetian port at the head is one of the main attractions of the city of Chania. There is a beautiful view from the fortress. Stone structures convey a sense of antiquity and rich history. There are boats rocking at the pier: both new, old and shabby. Evening walks here, when a light wind blows from the sea and the city glows with many lights, are very popular with tourists.
Artists and poets also come here, seeking inspiration from the little colorful houses. There are several picturesque hotels and cozy restaurants nearby.
Port of Agios Nikolaos
The port of Agios Nikolaos is located in the easternmost region of the island of Crete, in Greece. It is a well-prepared all-weather port, built to all European standards and capable of accommodating approximately 255 ships throughout the year. The port is located in the city center, from where it is very easy to reach both the archaeological museum and many other attractions.
The port provides all the necessary equipment for a pleasant holiday for travelers on yachts, ensuring complete comfort and safety of their vessels when moored. Each anchored vessel has access to water and electricity. Fuel and oil are available 24 hours. Toilets and shower cabins are used free of charge by port clients. Also, all necessary services are available.
Port of Heraklion
Heraklion is the capital and the so-called gate of Crete, the main city and the largest port on the entire island. It is the piers of Heraklion that welcome tourists from all over the world. It is the most important transport hub in Europe, connecting Asia, Africa and Europe.
The city historically grew from an ancient harbor that was the center of the Minoan civilization. Today Heraklion is the fifth largest city in Greece, which is a huge metropolis with its own airport, seaport, largest museums and main universities.
The port plays a huge role for the city and all of Greece. This is the most important cargo and tourist transport hub, which receives hundreds of ships and vessels every day. Hundreds of snow-white yachts and small sailing ships are moored here, as well as many fishing boats and small boats that unload their catch every morning. And against the backdrop of all this, huge tourist liners froze motionless.
Agios Nikolaos Yacht Port
Marina of Agios Nikolaos is a securely protected yacht port built to European standards. Here you can rent a yacht and sail to the island of Spinalonga or Mirabello Bay. The yacht port is advantageously located near the city center, not far from the Venetian fortress
Port of Kissamos
Ki "ssamos (Greek &Kappa &sigma &sigma &alpha &mu &omicron &sigmaf), also Kastelli (Italian Kastelli) is a small town in the north-west of the island of Crete (Greece), 40 km west of Chania, in the Gulf of Kissamos. From Kissamos there are connections ferry service to Gythio (a port in the Peloponnese), through Antikythira and Kythira, as well as pleasure boats to the island of Imeri Gramvousa and to the so-called “pirate” bay of Balos on the Gramvousa peninsula (one of the main natural attractions of western Crete, along with the island of Elafonisi) .
Sights of Crete
Heraklion provides shuttles to the passenger terminal (the journey takes 5 minutes), from where, after a pleasant 15-minute walk along the coast, you can get to Old city, where all the main attractions are concentrated. Taxis are always at hand: they stand in front of the port.
There is a tourist office at the Heraklion cruise terminal with free maps of the city.
What to see in Heraklion on a cruise
Heraklion is rich in museums and historical sites. It boasts a summer-long arts festival, exciting nightlife and year-round events.
The heart of the city is still surrounded and separated Venetian wall, including 7 bastions protruding beyond its borders. In the southernmost of them - Martinengo Bastion - is the grave of Nikos Kazantzakis. The bust stands on a windswept hilltop, and on the tombstone is carved a touching inscription: “I hope for nothing. I'm not afraid of anything. I am free".
Routes, excursions, transport in the port of Heraklion
A public bus from the main square will take you straight to the gate for around 3 euros Knossos and back. There are 2 or 3 buses per hour.
To get to the bus station, exit the port gate and turn right. Walk forward until you see the bus station on the other side of the road, then cross the street. At the back of the bus station there is a small kiosk selling bus tickets to Knossos. It's hard not to notice him.
What to see in the vicinity of Heraklion
Knossos- location of the most important and famous palace complex on Crete. It is located approximately 5 km south of Heraklion. According to legend, the legendary king of Crete Minos lived in Knossos. The palace is also associated with later legends, such as the myth of the labyrinth and the Minotaur and the story of Daedalus and Icarus. During the excavations, it turned out that this area was constantly inhabited from the Neolithic (7000-3000 BC) to the era of Ancient Rome.
Entrance fee 6 euros. Ticket to United Archaeological Museum of Knossos and Heraklion costs 10 euros. From November to the end of March on Sundays everyone can get there for free!
Shops and cuisine of Heraklion
For many travelers, the most memorable shopping experience in Heraklion comes from walking along Odos 1866, the street on which open-air market(opening hours: Monday to Saturday 08:00–14:00). The shelves here are filled with everything from seasonal fruits and vegetables to socks, towels and T-shirts. It is also an excellent place to hunt for typical Cretan souvenirs: honey with the aroma of thyme, dried herbs and teas, olive oil and cosmetics based on it, as well as pumice. At the top of Odos 1866, on a side street leading to the right, you will find a fish market.
Organizing an independent trip from Crete to Santorini is not difficult at all, because these islands are separated by less than 2 hours of riding on a high-speed catamaran. How to buy ferry tickets to Santorini online, about a trip on a catamaran, the port of Heraklion and Athinios.
During the season - from April to October, several ships ply between Crete and Santorini. High-speed rocket catamarans of the ferry companies Sea Jets and Minoan Lines sail in this direction. There are no fundamental differences between them; most transport both passengers and cars.
When to buy ferry tickets to Santorini?
The largest number of tourists travel to the Greek islands from July to the end of August, so ferry tickets during this period must be purchased in advance on the Internet. At other times, tickets can be purchased directly at the port, but it is worth taking into account that the ticket office opens only before the departure of the flight and all tickets may be sold out. We bought tickets to Santorini online a month before the trip in September, now there are more and more people wanting to go to Santorini, the ferries are crowded.
Book ferry tickets online
You can book tickets for the Crete-Santorini ferry on the FerriesinGreece website
- Route. Select the type of trip: Simple Trip. Port of departure and arrival: on Crete – Crete, Heraklio, on Santorini – Santorini (Thira). Dates, number of passengers (including children) and cars.
- Flight selection. According to your request, all round trip flights are displayed. The ferry company providing transportation, the type of vessel, departure and arrival times, and price are shown.
- Passenger data. Gender, last name and first name (as in the international passport), type of passenger (adult, pensioner, child). Seat type: depending on the ferry company economy/club class/VIP. The most popular seats on this route are economy class seats and seats with a table. Click on (?) to open the description.
- Payment. Check the order and the total booking amount (a service fee is added). Fill in the information for the buyer (one of the passengers). Choose the method of receiving tickets: free at the port before departure (on departure port) or delivery by courier (price depending on the country). Read and accept the rules of the ferry company and booking system. Enter your credit card details (Visa, MasterCard). You will receive your booking confirmation by e-mail, print it out and take it with you. You receive tickets at the port (if you did not order them by courier).
The ticket price for the Crete-Santorini ferry 2019 is about €50-70 one way. The earliest ferry costs less. The price also depends on the type of vessel and travel time.
The availability and size of discounts on the Crete-Santorini ferry are determined by the carrier’s rules. Information is shown at the stage of filling out passenger data: select the age in the “Passenger type” window and click “Calculate price”. Depending on the ferry company, children 0-2 years old (Sea Jets) or 0-4 years old (Minoan Lines) are carried free without a seat, with a 50% discount with seats - children 3-10 years old (Sea Jets) or 5-16 years old (Minoan Lines). Discounts for students and pensioners are only available to Greek citizens. There are no discounts on return tickets.
By ferry Crete-Santorini
Ferries from Crete to Santorini depart in the morning from Heraklion port. It is advisable to arrive at the port 40 minutes - 1 hour before departure. You will need to obtain tickets and check your luggage. The ticket kiosk is located at the boarding point and is only open during flight departure hours (opens 1.5 hours in advance). To receive tickets, you must present your passport and a printout of your paid reservation. The seats are marked on the tickets.
When boarding, you need to check in your suitcases and then remember to pick them up. Inside the catamaran there are toilets and a buffet, and advertisements are shown on TV. The seats in the cabin are quite comfortable. The advantages of upgraded seats are their comfort and privacy; they are located in the best part of the ship.
The rocket swings depending on the weather; if there is a storm, the flight may be delayed or delayed, but this rarely happens. As soon as the island of Santorini appears, all passengers jump up from their seats and start taking photographs.
Port of Santorini Athinios(Athinios) is located 9 km from the capital of the island, Fira. This is a strategic location for accommodation in Santorini, located on the caldera overlooking the sunset hotels of Fira. At the port, passengers are met by taxi drivers, rental agency and hotel agents, offering the “best prices.” To avoid deception and disappointment, book everything in advance:
Boarding the Santorini-Crete ferry Our return to Crete was not as fast and cheerful as the road there. The catamaran arrived 1 hour late, since the starting point of this route was three stops before Santorini on the island of Mykonos. There are no conditions for waiting in the port of Athinios; those who did not take a seat sat on their suitcases. On the way back, everyone watched the sunset, took pictures and clapped. Half of the cabin was filled with Chinese tourists, who were animatedly showing each other photographs and did not understand that the other passengers wanted to sleep. The evening ferry from Santorini arrives in Crete in complete darkness, so it is better to stay overnight in
Let's go from Heraklion to Santorini. We'll park at the port (is there parking there?), then where? Help me figure out where to go. Where can I get booked tickets and board the required transport? What language are the signs and announcements in the port?
There is a large parking lot there. I won’t tell you how much it costs - we didn’t park.
Do you read in English?
http://www.explorecrete.com/Heraklion/EN20-Heraklion-port.html
Where to pick up your tickets depends on where and how you booked them. During the booking process, you should have access to information about where and when you can pick them up. Select "at the port". If this option is not available, write to the office by e-mail and ask that your tickets be at the company’s representative office in the port on the day of travel.
The "sea terminal" building is located under the number "7". This is from the entrance to the port to the right. High-speed catamarans, ironically, depart from almost the other end of the port. There are no numbers on the plan... But you definitely won’t be able to miss the catamaran :).
If the tickets are not for a catamaran, but a large ferry, then look at the name (should be on the tickets). No one announces anything at the port and there are no “last calls”. The ferry has arrived - you are about to board.
I understand that everything doesn’t sound very optimistic, but, in fact, everything is clear there - don’t get lost. The main thing is to arrive a little earlier :).
I personally lost the fry there until I got to the cat... At first I took a wrong turn, asked a local where the boat was in Santorini, he waved his hand and I went there...
I handed over the car at the port, I saw the parking...
I think you’ll figure it out on the spot, just arrive early... I arrived about an hour before departure.
Please note that it is better to pick up in advance:
We came to pick it up at the station itself at the indicated counter. The young Greek quickly understood the situation and sent from himself (the agency counter) to the shipping company counter. After standing in line for three people, they presented their papers. They were examined and sent back to the young man. Actually, about forty meters. He saw us, nodded, tapped something on the keyboard and sent us there. Returning to the steamship counter, we realized that correspondence was already in full swing. They waved at us to wait. They chatted for ten minutes, then grabbed their phones. My wife is impressionable, so it started: they lost our ticket and they won’t take us on the ferry. Result: the young man pressed himself against the steamship counter in person, but she was defended by a forty-year-old woman with a strong chin, and, after another three minutes and menacing glances, maturity won. A young man gave us a ticket, but we were already rushing to the ferry, since it was not possible to convince the over-excited woman that ten minutes would be enough to waddle even leg by leg.
Thank you. I felt a little scared after your stories. I need to go look at pictures of these catamarans. How can I tell which one is mine? Are there numbers or names of the destination?
Here's what we have about tickets:
Departure f with H.Seaways at 09h45 from Heraklion and arrival in Santorini at 11h50
Departure from JTR at 17h55 and arrival in Heraklion at 19h30 - Hellenic Seaways
Is it a cat or a ferry?
NVO, you have specified the type of transport in your ticket reservation. On our reservation at the same time as yours, it says FLYINGCAT4. You can get tickets 1 day before departure at the office (5 August 25th Street), or on the day of departure (1 hour before) at a booth in the port.
We are sailing to Santorini on June 15th, we will go to the office for tickets on June 14th.
On June 13, the office is open until 14-00. (holiday)
I booked and paid for a round-trip ticket to Athens for 18.06.
Where can I pick them up at the port? At the seaport? Minoan Lines company, I know what the ship looks like, I don’t know where exactly to pick up tickets. Can I pick up my tickets a day earlier? I wrote to them via email, so far there is silence.
Hey everyone!!! Interested in sending from the site http://paleologos.forth-crs.gr/ Heraklion-Santorini. Maybe someone made a reservation? Tell me how best to get tickets after booking... Because... the price is not cheap.. I don’t really want to “fly over” due to ignorance)) And where do the “Cats” depart from the port of Heraklion? Is there a map? Maybe you can recommend an inexpensive hotel by the sea for one night.
Thank you in advance!
Privchik(Olya), Have you read the topic???
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The cat departs from the pier almost opposite the bus stop (No. 9 on the map).
In this photo you can see the cat in the distance, standing parallel to the embankment and the pier.